Enthusiastic Delaney focuses on twin targets

LIFE could not be much better for Hull City’s Damien Delaney. Well, unless you were to throw in another international cap or two.

The former Cork City defender played 36 games in the third division with City last season and his refreshing enthusiasm and a secure contract ensures that the future looks bright.

The powerful 6’4" defender was twice capped at U21 level but hasnot figured in recent years. Said Delaney, who will not be 21 until July 29. “The U21s are gone for me because they have only a couple of matches left and I think maybe Don Givens is building for the future by bringing in younger players which is fair enough. But obviously I’d like to play for Ireland, I’d love to play for Ireland, everybody would.”